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Canoe
& Kayak Rentals
Big River is protected and is the only major undeveloped
navigable estuary remaining in Northern California.
Unlike the undeveloped portions of other rivers Big
River is accessible. Here you find no need for rubber
rafts or special paddling talents to experience Big
River's forested canyons, swimming holes and wildlife.
We
offer carriers for your car if you should wish to
explore other area streams. The Noyo and Albion rivers
contain marinas for fishing boats and suffer from
heavy traffic. Little River is a creek which opens
to Van Damme Beach which itself provides wonderful
access to the ocean. The Navarro River is beautiful
and the estuary is very accessible during the summer
and early fall. Unfortunately, Highway 128 runs on
the north shore and there are homes hidden on the
south shore.
Big River Estuary
Paddling through Big River's forested canyon is a
wonderful experience and working with weather and
tides will add to your enjoyment. You are connected
to the river and its environment.
The
link below will connect you to the Mendocino Community
Network's weather page. This weather site will give
you a snapshot of conditions. However, the Mendocino
Coast consists of a series of micro-climates. Tides
vary here from those posted on the weather pages.
Please give us a call for more specific information
on tides and expected weather conditions.
We
are open every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas
Day and New Year's Day - 9:00/9:30 to 5:30/sunset.
707-937-0273.
• CLICK HERE FOR CURRENT WEATHER CONDITIONS
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For the Novice and Enthusiast
If
you've not had the pleasure of paddling a lightweight
performance craft, be prepared for a delightful experience.
We feature boats from WENONAH, Ocean Kayak, Necky,
Dagger and Secret Harbor Boat Works.
Explore
Big River, California's longest undeveloped estuary.
The river is ranked a Class 1, gentle river, suitable
for the novice. Because it is tidal, you can ride
the incoming tide up the river canyon and the outgoing
back to the rivers mouth. Trips against the tide can
be more challenging, depending on the amount of change
in the height between high and low tides. In general,
it is usually not too difficult to go upriver, even
against an outgoing tide. Returning against an incoming
tide and wind can be more difficult.
Equipment
For an exceptional experience choose our outrigger
redwood canoes by Robert Cummings founder of Secret
Harbor Boat Works. These highly stable, fast boats
are available for one to 12 people. Outfitted with
a rudder they are easy to paddle and steer. Our traditional
canoes have been especially modified by WENONAH Canoes
for use on Big River, and provide traditional canoeing
at its best. And if you enjoy kayaking, a close seat
to the water and solitude, choose one of our fine
kayaks.
Whether
you choose an outrigger, canoe or kayak, we will supply
you with lightweight paddles, straight or bent shaft,
wood or composite, and personal flotation devices
(life jackets) by Stearns and Extrasport.
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